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Ett legendariskt rörförsteg från sent 1970-tal, känt för et mycket bra MM-riiasteg. Har ursprungligt två separata volymkontroller (Alps) men har nu en 48-stegs KHOZMO monterad (orginalpottar medföljer). Ingångsväljaren är bytt till en tvåpolig japansk Seiden. Även diverse kondensatorer är bytta. Det finns massor att läsa på nätet inklusive kretsscheman. Har inte använts på flera år men jag testade både Phono och AUX ingångarna utan problem.
Ambitious ask. At kr 5,000, this sits well above the median kr 1,514 and even above the 75th percentile kr 2,995, so it needs to be a notably clean, desirable example to justify the premium; otherwise it reads expensive versus the recent SEK market.
That said, this is a respected tube preamp with a good reputation for a spacious, lively presentation and a strong phono stage, so the right buyer can still see real value if the unit is original, quiet, and unmolested. The upside here is in condition and completeness: original box, service history, fresh tubes, and a tidy cosmetic state would all help. At this level, though, a buyer should want clear proof it’s been sorted properly, because vintage tube gear can reward good examples and punish vague ones.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Fidelity Research emerged from Tokyo in 1964, founded by Isamu Ikeda amid Japan's postwar audio boom. The company quickly established itself as a precision engineering powerhouse, focusing on analog playback components during the golden age of vinyl. Operating until around 1984, it embodied the meticulous craftsmanship that defined high-end Japanese hi-fi, with designs that prioritized sonic purity and mechanical innovation.
The brand specialized in moving-coil (MC) phono cartridges and tonearms, earning acclaim for models like the MC-202 cartridge and the iconic FR-64 and FR-66 series. These products featured advanced materials such as stainless steel and specialized alloys, delivering exceptional tracking, detail retrieval, and dynamics. While not venturing into amplifiers, speakers, or digital gear like DACs, Fidelity Research honed a narrow but masterful niche in turntable essentials.
Today, Fidelity Research holds vintage-collector status among discerning audiophiles, revered for its high-end analog prowess. Once priced at premiums like $495 for top tonearms, its gear commands cult following in the used market, prized for timeless transparency and build quality that rivals modern boutique offerings. For vinyl enthusiasts seeking uncompromised heritage, it remains a benchmark.
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